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11:16 - Trump arrives in Knesset, says war is now 'over', vows Hamas will comply with ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump entered the Israeli Knesset and shortly responded to several questions by Israeli reporters.

Asked whether the war is now over, he replied, "yes." When asked whether Hamas will comply with the terms of the ceasefire, he said, "They will comply."

Trump will now adress the Israeli parliament in a speech.

11:06 - US envoy Witkoff: 'I wondered if I would ever see this day'

U.S. White House special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, celebrated the release of the Israeli hostages in a post on X: "I wondered if I would ever see this day. It’s deeply gratifying to know that so many families will finally have their loved ones home."

"Today, twenty families are spared the unbearable pain of not knowing if they will ever see their loved ones again. But even in this moment of relief and happiness, my heart aches for those whose loved ones will not return alive. Bringing their bodies home is a must and an act of dignity and honors their memory forever," he wrote.

"I can’t help but feel the presence of my son Andrew at this moment. I am profoundly grateful for the indomitable spirit of President Trump. This day would not have been possible without him."

10:47 - Hamas releases last living Israeli hostages, all transferred to Red Cross

The Red Cross has picked up 13 Israeli hostages, meaning there are no living hostages in the hands of Hamas anymore.

According to Israeli media reports, all 13 can stand on their own feet, and are now being transported to an Israeli army position in the Gaza Strip.

10:45 - Former hostages Gali & Ziv Berman, Guy Gilboa-Dallal and Eitan Mor seen in first pictures

The former hostages Gali and Ziv Berman, Guy Gilboa-Dallal and Eitan Mor can be seen in first pictures of them on Israeli territory.

10:36 - First pictures show Alon Ohel and Gali Berman after return to Israel

Israeli media outlets published first pictures showing the former hostages Alon Ohel and Gali Berman upon their return to Israel.

10:04 - Red Cross on the way to pick up more Israeli hostages

"According to information received, the Red Cross is on its way to an additional meeting point in the southern Gaza Strip, where several hostages will be handed over to the Red Cross," the IDF stated.

10:03 - Seven returnees arrive at reception point in Israel

"Personnel from the IDF Manpower Directorate and IDF medical teams are accompanying Eitan Mor, Alon Ohel, Ziv Berman, Gali Berman, Guy Gilboa-Dalal, Omri Miran and Matan Angrest, who will undergo an initial medical evaluation, and will reunite with their families at the initial reception point in southern Israel," the military said.

"IDF representatives are accompanying all family members who are waiting at the hospital and continue to provide them with ongoing updates."

09:45 - IDF: Returnees on the way to meet their families

The Israeli military announced that the seven former hostages "crossed the border into the State of Israel a short while ago. They are currently on their way to the initial reception point in southern Israel, where they will reunite with their families."

"The IDF is prepared to receive additional hostages who are expected to be transferred to the Red Cross later on," the military added.

The Israeli Police published a live stream of the convoy of vehicles carrying the freed hostages on its way to Re'im base where they will be reunited with their families.

09:44 - US President Trump lands at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel

U.S. President Donald J. Trump has arrived in Israel, as the Air Force One plane has touched down at Ben Gurion Airport.

The control tower welcomed Trump, telling him his visit “carries deep meaning for our people in these times.”

“Thank you for your friendship, and for the unbreakable bond between our nations,” the tower said, “God bless America, God bless Israel, and the friendship between our peoples.”

“Thank you very much” Trump’s pilot responded.

09:37 - IDF confirms: Seven returnees have reached Israeli territory

"The returning hostages, Eitan Mor, Alon Ohel, Ziv Berman, Gali Berman, Guy Gilboa-Dalal, Omri Miran and Matan Angrest, accompanied by IDF and ISA forces, crossed the border into the State of Israel a short while ago," the Israeli military announced.

"They are currently on their way to the initial reception point in southern Israel, where they will reunite with their families. The IDF is prepared to receive additional hostages who are expected to be transferred to the Red Cross later on."

09:21 - Prime Minister’s Office confirms: Seven returnees on the way home

"The Government of Israel embraces our hostages returning to their homeland: Ohel Alon, Angrest Matan, Berman Gali, Berman Ziv, Gilboa-Dallal Guy, Mor Eitan, Miran Omri.

Their families have been officially notified that they have rejoined our forces in the Gaza Strip and will soon make their way to Israeli territory.

The Government of Israel, the security establishment, the Coordinator for Captives and Missing Persons, and the Hostage, Missing, and Returnee Directorate in the Prime Minister’s Office will accompany them and their families through the entire process of reception and rehabilitation.

The Government of Israel remains fully committed to the return of all hostages held by the enemy and will pursue this mission with determination and relentless effort.

'And all the assembly of those who had returned from captivity made booths and dwelt in the booths… and there was very great joy.'
(Nehemiah 8:17)

'Blessed are You, Lord our God, King of the Universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.'
(Shehecheyanu blessing)."

09:14 - Hostage families receive video calls from hostages still in captivity

Several families of the remaining 13 living hostages have received video calls from Hamas terrorists, showing them phones with live footage of their loved ones ahead of their expected release later today.

Among the hostages who were on the calls are Matan Zangauker, Ariel and David Cunio, and Nimrod Cohen.

09:04 - Seven hostages transferred to IDF soldiers in the Gaza Strip

The IDF confirmed that the first seven hostages reached an IDF position in the Gaza Strip and are now on the way to Israel.

"Seven returning hostages are currently being accompanied by IDF and ISA forces on their return to Israel, where they will undergo an initial medical assessment."

"The commanders and soldiers of the IDF salute and embrace the returning hostages as they make their way home to the State of Israel. The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit asks the public to act responsibly and with sensitivity, to respect the privacy of the returning hostages, and to rely solely on official information."

"The IDF is prepared to receive additional hostages who are expected to be transferred to the Red Cross later on," the statement read.

08:47 - Seven hostages are being transported to Israeli troops in the Gaza Strip

Vehicles of the Red Cross are transporting the seven hostages from the meeting point with Hamas to an IDF position in the Gaza Strip, closer to the Israeli border.

The IDF confirmed in an official statement that the hostages "are on their way to IDF and ISA forces in the Gaza Strip. The IDF is prepared to receive additional hostages who are expected to be transferred to the Red Cross later on."

08:37 - Tens of thousands of Israelis pray, celebrate at demonstrations across the country

Tens of thousands of Israelis are gathered in squares across the country, following media coverage of the return of the hostages.

At Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, the crowd is celebrating every new announcement.

At the site of the Nova Party massacre near the Gaza border, thousands spent the night in prayer and song for the return of the hostages.

08:24 - US Ambassador Huckabee praises 'historic' moment of hostage return

"Surreal to be here as first group of hostages are released. It’s a moment like the moon landing where time freezes as we watch this historic moment," U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, wrote on X.

08:23 - Hamas confirms seven hostages freed, vows to keep ceasefire agreement

A Hamas source confirmed to Al Jazeera that the first seven hostages had been transferred to the Red Cross in the Gaza Strip.

The terror group also released an official statement, affirming it would stay committed "to the agreement and its associated timelines — as long as the occupation abides by it."

It also boasted about the fact that it managed to keep the hostages hidden from the IDF over the past two years.

The second release of living hostages will take place at 10:00 a.m., according to the Hamas official. 

08:13 - The names of the seven hostages that were handed to the Red Cross

Israeli media reported that Gali and Ziv Berman, Matan Angrest, Alon Ohel, Omri Miran, Eitan Mor and Guy Gilboa-Dallal were handed over to the Red Cross.

08:11 - First seven hostages are in the hands of Red Cross

The Red Cross has received seven Israeli hostages and began the operation to transport them to Israel as part of the ceasefire agreement.

07:44 - IDF Spokesperson: The Red Cross is on its way to a meeting point

The Red Cross is on its way to a meeting point in the northern Gaza Strip, where a number of hostages will be handed over to it, the IDF stated.

07:23 - The first group of hostages will set out from the northern part of the Strip

Red Cross vehicles have reached the first rendezvous point. (KAN 11)

07:15 - An official from the Red Cross: Red Cross convoys in Gaza are moving toward the rendezvous point with the Israeli hostages (KAN 11)
Red Cross vehicles in the northern Gaza Strip, October 2025 hostage deal. Photo: Foreign networks

06:57 - Ahead of the first phase of the release: initial coordination has taken place between Hamas and the Red Cross

06:15 - Trump will receive a special decoration from President Herzog: ‘His legacy will be remembered for generations by the State of Israel

President of the State Isaac Herzog will award U.S. President Donald Trump the ‘President’s Medal,’ Israel’s highest civilian honor, in recognition of his efforts to secure the return of hostages, the President’s Residence announced this morning (Monday). (KAN 11)
The special decoration for U.S. President Donald Trump. Photo: President’s Residence Spokesperson.

06:10 - The families of the hostages were asked to prepare and head to Re’im: two rounds of release are expected

The first release round is expected at 8:00 a.m., with another round scheduled for 9:00 or 10:00. It is currently unclear how many hostages will be released in each round — but the three designated locations as of now are Khan Younis, the central camps, and Gaza City. (Ynet)

06:00 - President Trump, before boarding the plane to Israel: ‘The war is over.’

Trump is expected to land at Ben-Gurion Airport around 09:20, then proceed to meetings with Prime Minister Netanyahu, President Herzog, and families of hostages, and afterward deliver a speech in the Knesset. (Ynet)

01:08 - Just hours before the hostages’ release: the government was asked to approve a change in the list of released prisoners

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